Mexican Actress Inés Gómez-Mont Arrested in Miami After Five-Year Hunt

Mexican media personality Inés Gómez-Mont was taken into custody in Miami, Florida, on October 30, 2026. The arrest marks the end of a five-year period in which she remained at large while facing federal charges for money laundering and tax evasion.

The 43-year-old actress and television presenter had been a target of Mexican law enforcement since 2021. In that year, prosecutors filed formal accusations against her and her husband, Víctor Álvarez Puga. The charges included organized crime, money laundering, misappropriation of public funds, and multiple counts of tax fraud.

For years, speculation about her whereabouts circulated widely. Some reports suggested she was hiding in Dubai, while Mexican authorities maintained an active search. The capture came shortly after President Claudia Sheinbaum raised the issue with the United States government. Sheinbaum had noted that Interpol had removed the red notice for both Gómez-Mont and Álvarez Puga, which complicated the ongoing pursuit.

Mexican media outlets published images of the arrest shortly after the event. The General Attorney’s Office of Mexico confirmed the detention the same day. Officials stated that the arrest was made possible through an exchange of information with the U.S. government.

Before the arrest, President Sheinbaum described the couple as professional billers who issued false invoices to business owners. She said the pair used these documents to help companies avoid paying taxes. She characterized them as having extensive proof of their activities.

Gómez-Mont’s husband, Víctor Álvarez Puga, has not yet been arrested. His status remains active as a person sought by Mexican authorities.

Mexican officials have not yet released details on the specific legal process Gómez-Mont will face following her return. The addition of her time as a fugitive is expected to add complexity to the existing set of charges.